What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Support Coordinator position at Frisco ISD?
Reports To
Managing Director of Guidance and CounselingWork Year Days
215Primary Purpose
Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive counseling program, mandated character and state education, Tier 2 and 3 Counseling Supports, and crisis-intervention counseling programs at assigned campuses.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:Valid TX Teacher Certificate preferred
Master’s Degree in Counseling or School Counseling preferredLicensed Professional Counseling (LPC) certificate preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills: Expertise and training in running groups and group dynamicsExceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skillsReflect the confidence, knowledge, and maturity needed to face the most complex adolescent issuesDemonstrate and convey a professional, positive, and ethical imageWork effectively with school counselors, staff members, parents, students, and community members Experience:Minimum two years of experience teaching preferred
Minimum two years school counseling or behavioral health preferred Experience with adolescent depression, anger management, bullying prevention, substance abuse prevention, eating disorders, grief and loss, and parent and/or peer relationship
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Support district Whole Child philosophy.Coordinate school prevention programs, classroom presentations, and responsive services regarding drug, alcohol, and substance abuse.Provide crisis intervention services to students and their families.Provide bullying prevention trainings.Support safe school climate committee trainings and campus meetings.Provide training and staff development for school staff members regarding drug and violence issues.Perform consultations, assessments, and referrals to appropriate outside agencies.Attend local and regional meetings and staff developments regarding mental health-related topics.Assist schools during crisis situations.Serve as a resource and a referral to the community for information.Provide one-on-one supportive guidance and lead student support groups when appropriate.Assist in education and training for districtwide programs and professional development.Work with all campuses within the assigned school zone on a scheduled basis.Maintain appropriate student logs.Develop and/or deliver classroom presentations with specific guidelines and objectives related to state-mandated topics as needed.Support campus counselors in efforts of comprehensive programming, including but not limited to professional development.
Support campus counselors and teachers in the implementation of Whole Child Development.
Coordinate with the District and campus regarding the implementation of Whole Child and other initiatives from the Guidance and Counseling department.
Other Duties as Assigned
Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.
Work Relationships
Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours. District wide travel may be necessary.
Additional Considerations
*This position is solely under the guidelines of a Frisco ISD employee with no therapeutic component to this job.
Disclosure Statements
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.